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FFFWeek: Sonsi Blogger “Be-You-Tiful” Pop-Up Party

June 29, 2012

Out of all of the FFFWeek events, I was most excited for the events that focused on bloggers meeting brands and other bloggers. While I love fashion, it’s the community that drew me to FFFWeek. Because of that, I couldn’t wait to get to the Sonsi Blogger “Be-You-Tiful” Pop-Up Party, and it definitely was one of the highlights of my trip. 🙂

The party had a lot of fun things going on. We were able to get up-close views of Palm Beach Jewelry, Sealed With A Kiss Designs (SWAK Designs), Catherine’s fall line, and Sydney’s Closet, as well as some swim pieces, all of which Sonsi carries. There was a place to get a make over by FFFWeek make-up artist of the year Tara Taylor and 5-minute manicures, and we enjoyed good music and good food.

Here’s some instagram and regular photos of the event:

When I first went in, I saw Tara from Sonsi with samples of Palm Beach Jewelry. They had some great pieces, but some of the bracelets were too tight on my wrist — just a warning if you’re like me and at the upper end of plus-sizes.

I won two bracelets during the Sonsi event. As you can see, they were tight on my wrists, so when I found out that Rikke loved the fox bracelets, I gave it to her knowing that she would wear it much better than I could! I still have the other bracelet, though, so should I do a giveaway? (Thank you, Sonsi, for the gifts! They will be worn by some stylish people!)

These bracelets are part of their Palm Beach Jewelry line if you want to get them for yourself.

Me and Sarah from SWAK Designs — she’s very passionate and excited to talk about SWAK. I really enjoyed hearing her talk about what SWAK Designs aims for and she gave me my first pair of teggings!

I’m sneaking this picture in here. It’s Nicole, Jen Wilder, and I at the shopping event. Jen just released her active wear line, Cult of California, and it is AMAZING!

I was completely planning on having a Charlotte from SATC moment, but I was reminded how un-Charlotte-y I am. A) My feet were hurting too much to wear the heels I packed, so flats it was. B) Right before the Sonsi event, I had a mini-emergency and Nicole ran with me to a local drug store really quick which = sweat. C) I was getting stabbed my newly broken underwire, and that’s not cute or comfortable. Regardless, I had a ton of fun and absolutely loved my dress. The dress is from Talbot’s, which should definitely not be overlooked by young plus size fashionistas.

I’m kind of “eh” towards the clutch with this, but I love the pop of the pink belt. This belt is the perfect material with just enough give. I absolutely love it!

My dear friend, I LOVE all the pictures and the FFF week that you’ve shared with us at full-length -AND your honesty! I think its wrong that a jewelry maker would go to something knowing there are full-figure gals AND NOT HAVE THEIR JEWELRY BE APPROPRIATE IN TERMS OF FITTING – and I thank you for ‘outing’ them, for letting us know, Rebecca, so! Love your blue dress!!!

I loved the dress you wore, so cute and the pink belt was a great addition. Wow,Jen is a tall drink of water! I would love to see her designs, I guess she is where everyone goes, the web. It is neat to be able to sneak a peak at the fashions ahead of time. Did you get to shop while you were there?

Great pics, thanks for sharing mine (*^_^*) I remember now when u took it lol because I wasnt sure if you were taking a pic of the crowd or me, lol i feel so dumb. 😛 You look SO gorgeous in that dress! totally working it 😉